i only found two similar tutorial on modeling a book, however both of them deal with a stationary opened book...
[URL=http://3dcafe.com/asp/tutorials/max/modelbook/modelbook.asp]
this one have turning pages using patch...
[URL=http://www.interneteye3d.com/Tutorials/2001/August/3DSABPages/default.asp]

my concern:
i wanted to depict the book falling from a low height, when its spine hit the ground, the book open wide, with some flapping pages effect.

what i have done...(with 3dS max)
modelled 2 block of "pages" (box with noise and FFD applied)
adjusted the rotation...

my problem (can't figure it out)
how to get the spine to stick and move with the blocks realistically? i've tried several means: (1)using editable mesh, with soft selection...(2) using dummy (3)linking top vertex of the spline to top block, and to bottom block as well.......GEEZ! not working, maybe me done it wrong SIGH!

please help

:(

dfaze

03 March 2002, 12:10 PM

Gosh! still no one responding.........
oh me going into depression..........

geez............

think i go sleep my life away............

jazzthief

03 March 2002, 09:11 AM

I recommend heading over to the 3dsmax forum I usually perform a MEL script in Maya.

CGTalk Moderation

01 January 2006, 03:00 AM

This thread has been automatically closed as it remained inactive for 12 months. If you wish to continue the discussion, please create a new thread in the appropriate forum.

Follow Us On:

The CGSociety

The CGSociety is the most respected and accessible global organization for creative digital artists. The CGS supports artists at every level by offering a range of services to connect, inform, educate and promote digital artists worldwide. More about us on TheArtSociety.com